PT TODAY: Nieuwenhuis, Flores in mix for MIL CF job

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Brewers | Keon Broxton optioned to Class AAA
Milwaukee Brewers OF Keon Broxton was optioned to Class AAA Colorado Springs Saturday, April 16. In a corresponding move, SP Zach Davies was recalled from Colorado to start against the Pittsburgh Pirates Sunday, April 17.  Source: MLB.com
 
BHQ take: Broxton's demotion leaves veteran Kirk Nieuwenhuis and rookie Ramon Flores, both LHB, currently competing for CF PT. Flores displayed solid contact skills and moderate power throughout his minor league career, while Nieuwenhuis is a contact-challenged power source. Early indications give Nieuwenhuis a slight PT edge....

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